La Trinidad is moving forward with the development of a strategic plan prioritizing the local cacao industry. Mayor Roderick Awingan reaffirmed the municipality’s full support for cacao growers and processors during a recent meeting facilitated by Office of the Municipal Agriculture focal person Marilyn Mangeg. The initiative centers on expanding production capacity and strengthening value-added processing to position La Trinidad as a competitive hub for high-quality cacao. K

Curfew regulations are being strictly enforced to protect our youth and uphold peace and order in La Trinidad. In coordination with the La Trinidad Municipal Police Station (LTMPS) and the Barangay Public Safety Action Teams (BPATS), monitoring and enforcement activities continue across the municipality. Bars and other establishments are reminded to comply with existing curfew rules. Minors are likewise advised to observe curfew hours. Parents, guardians, and the entire commu

Municipal Mayor Roderick C. Awingan participated in the Workshop on Balili Rehabilitation and Monitoring, where stakeholders and partner agencies gathered to strengthen collaborative strategies for the protection and recovery of the Balili River. During the activity, the Mayor underscored the importance of unity and shared responsibility in addressing environmental concerns that affect multiple communities. “No single town can save a river on its own. This unified front marks

Turning an ordinary Sunday into meaningful service, hospitality and tourism students from Benguet State University and Kings College of the Philippines came together for a Sunday VolunTourism activity, repainting curbs along the access road of the La Trinidad Vegetable Trading Post. The simple yet impactful effort improved cleanliness, enhanced safety, and added a fresh visual lift to one of the municipality’s busiest gateways. Municipal Mayor Roderick Awingan lauded the stud

Following the recent assessment and identification of suitable locations for waste management signages, personnel from the Public Order and Safety Team (POST) of the Mayor’s Office, in coordination with the General Services Office (GSO) and the Municipal Environment and Natural Resources Office (MENRO), carried out the installation of designated garbage collection point signages in Barangays Pico and Puguis. This activity forms part of the Local Government Unit of La Trinidad

This morning, the Municipality of La Trinidad proudly hosted the “Toe-tally Sensational Walk”, an initiative promoting heart health and advocating for smoke-free and vape-free communities. A total of 286 participants took on the 5.1 km and 8.1 km routes, joined by our dedicated teams from the MHSO, LTMPS, MDRRMO, and BFP. Representing Mayor Roderick C. Awingan, Executive Assistant Atty. Delmar Carino expressed strong support for the program, highlighting our collective commit

​Dr. Lloyd Estrada, National Director of Faith Comes By Hearing, recently launched the "God’s Word in Audio" initiative in La Trinidad, distributing digital audio tools to local church leaders. This program is designed to make Scripture accessible to all, prioritizing oral communication to strengthen faith and community engagement through easy-to-use technology. ​Mayor Roderick Awingan welcomed the initiative, expressing deep gratitude for the resources. He noted that the Bib

The Local Government Unit of La Trinidad, through the Municipal Environment and Natural Resources Office (MENRO) and the Peace and Order Safety Team (POST), conducted an assessment and identification of suitable areas for the installation of signages along Longlong and Lamtang Road, Puguis, earlier today. The activity forms part of the municipality’s continuing efforts to strengthen solid waste management and promote discipline in waste disposal among residents and motorists

Mayor Roderick Awingan, alongside Councilor Horacio Ramos Jr. and Municipal Health Officer Dr. Antonette Agpas, recently led a municipal delegation to the Philippine National Nuclear Research Institute (PNRI). The team composed of MHSO personnel, Barangay officials, and representatives from the La Trinidad Water District participated in the Luzon Arsenic Source Training and Risk Mitigation and Engineering Intervention (LASER). ​This activity focused on arsenic detection and

La Trinidad Mayor Roderick Awingan and Chief of Police PLTCOL Zacharias Caloy Dausen recently conducted a courtesy visit to Gerona Mayor Dr. May Eclar and Chief of Police PLTCOL Ford Sudaypan. The meeting focused on strengthening ties between the two municipalities and exploring collaborative governance and security strategies. ​The leaders openly discussed joint cooperation activities aimed at enhancing public service for their respective constituents. By sharing best practi

Security Bank Foundation representative Mr. Carlo Balledores, alongside BeNHS Principal Dr. Nestor Dalay-on and Mr. Arvin Doman, conducted a courtesy visit to Mayor Roderick Awingan to discuss the ongoing 8 classroom school building donation by the Foundation at Benguet National High School (BeNHS). During the meeting, Mayor Awingan expressed his sincere gratitude to the foundation for their contribution to the local education system and pledged the local government’s full s

Mayor Roderick Awingan recently met with the members of the La Trinidad Women’s Brigade to celebrate their continued commitment to local safety. The Mayor thanked the group for their hard work, noting that their volunteer efforts are a perfect example of how citizens and police can work together to keep the community secure. ​Councilors Teddy Walang, Horacio Ramos, Jr. and PLTCOL Caloy Dausen also attended the event to show their support. They emphasized that the partnership

The Municipal Environment and Natural Resources Office (MENRO) and the Mayor’s Office Public Order and Safety Team (POST) have joined forces to enhance the Puguis Communal Forest stage, a vital hub for community programs and local activities. By combining their manpower and technical skills, the teams are currently retrofitting and improving the structure to better serve the public. This collaborative effort underscores the municipal government's commitment to maintaining fun

Highlighting the administration’s commitment to public order and commuter security, Mayor Roderick Awingan personally inspected a new batch of traffic signage this afternoon, prepared by the Public Order and Safety Team (POST) for immediate deployment. The initiative aims to enhance motorist guidance and pedestrian safety by installing high-visibility markers in strategic locations along the municipality’s major highways. The placement of these signs is part of a broader effo

We celebrate the hard work and dedication of the Senior High School students from Benguet National High School who recently completed their work immersion program at the LGU of La Trinidad. Mayor Roderick Awingan personally thanked the students for their contributions across our various municipal offices. "Our goal is to provide a training ground where young minds can develop not just professional skills, but a genuine heart for service," the Mayor shared. To our immersion st

Mayor Roderick Awingan successfully facilitated a pivotal meeting of the Municipal Council for the Protection of Children (MCPC) this week, resulting in the official approval of two major frameworks: the Local Development Plan for Children (LDPC) and the Comprehensive Local Juvenile Intervention Plan (CLJIP) for 2026–2028. These strategic documents outline the municipality’s commitment to safeguarding the rights of the youth, ensuring that local resources are systematically a

The Municipality of La Trinidad is taking a significant step towards modernizing its civil registration services following a meeting between the Municipal Mayor and key officials from the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA). La Trinidad Mayor Roderick C. Awingan recently received PSA representatives, including Tagaban Aquino, Jovieline Ambojnon, and Danilo Ventura, who discussed the operationalization and use of the Administrative Petition for Correction of Automated System

The La Trinidad Bar and Restaurant Association (LTBRA), Metro Benguet Lions Club, and the La Trinidad Municipal Police Station (LTMPS) recently hosted the "Yuletide Binnadang: Share a Joy" program at the Municipal Park. The LTBRA sponsored holiday gifts for 103 children with disabilities (PWD), while the Metro Benguet Lions Club and LTMPS facilitated the event’s logistics and activities to ensure a festive and safe experience for all. This collaboration highlights the La Trin

Former Pidigan, Abra Mayor and HIV-AIDS prevention advocate Bro. Disraeli Pucuno officially turned over boxes of Bibles to Mayor Roderick Awingan, Municipal Administrator Atty. Franco Bawang Jr. and Legal Officer Atty. Victor Singa Jr. recently. This donation bridges Pucuno’s dedication to public health advocacy with a mission for spiritual empowerment, providing the municipality with resources intended for moral and emotional guidance. Mayor Awingan accepted the gift with gr

The Municipality of La Trinidad led by Mayor Roderick C. Awingan recently welcomed Ms. Audrey Pahayahay, the sole delegate from the Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR), for a courtesy visit following her selection for the prestigious Southeast Asian and Japanese Youth Program (SSEAYP). During the meeting, Mayor Awingan lauded Pahayahay for her achievement, noting that her role as an international ambassador brings immense pride to La Trinidad and serves as a testament to t